Why did so many people go to California during the 1930s?

During the 1930s, many people migrated to California primarily due to the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl. Economic hardships in the Midwest, characterized by severe drought and agricultural collapse, pushed thousands of families to seek better opportunities and more favorable living conditions in California. The promise of jobs in agriculture and the allure of a milder climate attracted a significant influx of migrants, many of whom were searching for a fresh start and a chance at a better life. This period saw the rise of the "Okies," a term used to describe the displaced farm families, particularly from Oklahoma, who journeyed westward.